Miami-Dade County Health Department Administrator, Dr. Lillian Rivera was recently the proud recipient of the South Florida Healthcare Executive Forum 2009 Community Service Award.

“I am extremely proud to have received this recognition from such a prestigious society,” said Lillian Rivera, RN, MSN, PhD, Administrator of the Miami-Dade County Health Department. “SFHEF’s ground-breaking research, career development and public policy programs provide great opportunities for all healthcare leaders.”



Neurology Mobile System Associates, Inc. (NMSA) is pleased to announce they are launching a new Physician Office Program. NMSA will provide specialized neurological examinations, including Nerve Conductions, EMG’s, and Specialized Ultrasounds. The program will enable physician offices to increase revenues, enhance patient care, offer additional services, increase patient satisfaction, and reduce referring patients out for services.

The services are now available to be established at Physician Offices, Health Centers, Clinics, and other medical offices. Services are preformed for patients with pain and/or circulation conditions, including those with Diabetes, Disc Herniation, Radiculopathy, Polyneuropathy, Migraines, Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, Knee and Shoulder Tears, and those with Cervical, Lumbar, or Thoracic Pain. An extra examination room can generate significant additional revenues for most physicians. Services can be arranged on a routine scheduled day or with 24-hour notice.



St. Mary’s Medical Center announced Josh DeTillio as its new Chief Operating Officer.

Prior to his work at St. Mary’s, DeTillio was the COO at North Shore Medical Center, in Miami. DeTillio was also previously an Associate Administrator for Aventura Hospital and Medical Center, and an Administrative Fellow at Cedars Medical Center, now University of Miami Hospital.



Broward Health was recognized by the Broward County Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department for its environmentally responsible business practices. The 2009 Emerald Award was presented to Broward Health in the Pollution Prevention: Hazardous Waste Reduction – large business category.



National Healthcare Payers Network, LLC (NHPN), a healthcare revenue cycle consulting company, announces the appointment of Michael Forese to the position of President and Chief Operating Officer.

Forese brings over 30 years of experience in operations, finance and fund raising including extensive experience in the healthcare provider space. He most recently served as President of MP Consulting. From 2004 to 2009 he served as Vice President, Finance and Administration at CardioNet, Inc. Prior to CardioNet, Forese held positions such as Chief Operating and Chief Financial Officer at CRT Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and as the founding Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Research Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.